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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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