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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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