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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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