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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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