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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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