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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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