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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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