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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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