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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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