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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guadeloupe to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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