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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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