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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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