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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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