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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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