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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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