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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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