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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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