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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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