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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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