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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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