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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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