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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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