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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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