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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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