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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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