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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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