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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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