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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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