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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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