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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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