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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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