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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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