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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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