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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This 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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