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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and many other participants want to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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