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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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