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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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