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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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