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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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