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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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