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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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