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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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