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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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