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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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