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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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