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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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