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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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