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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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