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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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