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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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