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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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