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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers 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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