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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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