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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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