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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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