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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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