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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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