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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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