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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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