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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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