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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Reddit to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better understand these important new open education experiments. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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