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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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