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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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