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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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