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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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