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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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