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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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