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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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