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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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