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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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