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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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