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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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