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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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