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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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