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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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