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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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