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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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