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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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