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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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