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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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