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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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