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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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