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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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