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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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