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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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