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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in digital education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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