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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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