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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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