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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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