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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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