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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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