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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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