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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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