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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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