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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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