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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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