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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning enable people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key 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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