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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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