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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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