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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Google+ to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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