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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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