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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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