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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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