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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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