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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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