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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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