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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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