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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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