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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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