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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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