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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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