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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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