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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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