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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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