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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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