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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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