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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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