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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic educational technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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