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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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