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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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