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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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