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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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