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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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