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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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