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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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