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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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