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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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