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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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