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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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