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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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