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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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