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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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