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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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