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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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