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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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