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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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