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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning are enabling students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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