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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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