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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education experiments. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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