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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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