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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp these open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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