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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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