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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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