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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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