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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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