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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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