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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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