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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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