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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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