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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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