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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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