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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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