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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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