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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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