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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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