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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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