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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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