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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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