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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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