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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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