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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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