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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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