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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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