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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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