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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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