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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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