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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important 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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