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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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