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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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