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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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