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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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