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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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