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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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