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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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