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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology enable humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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