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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner 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 digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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