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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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