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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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