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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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