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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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