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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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