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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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