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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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