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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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