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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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