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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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