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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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