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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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