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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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