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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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