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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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