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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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