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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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