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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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