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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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