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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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