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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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