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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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