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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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