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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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