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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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