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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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