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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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