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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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