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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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