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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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