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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning have enabled students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to understand these new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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