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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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