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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all over the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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