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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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