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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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