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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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