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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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