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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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