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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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