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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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