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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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