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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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