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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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