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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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