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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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