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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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