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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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