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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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