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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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