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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Serbia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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