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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor 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 digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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