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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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