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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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