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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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