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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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