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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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