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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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