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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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