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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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