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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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