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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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