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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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