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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? 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 University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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