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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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