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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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