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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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