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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open educational experiments. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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