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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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