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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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