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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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