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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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