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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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