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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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