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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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