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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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