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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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