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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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