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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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