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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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