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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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