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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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