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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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