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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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