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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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