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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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