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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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