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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning enable people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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