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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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