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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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