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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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