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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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