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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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