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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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