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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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