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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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