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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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