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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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