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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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