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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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