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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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