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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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