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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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