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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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