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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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