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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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