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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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