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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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