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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology have empowered humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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