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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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