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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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