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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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