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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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