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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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