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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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