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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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