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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches 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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