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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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