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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are enabling humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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