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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online education are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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