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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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