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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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