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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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