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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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