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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? 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 institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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