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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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