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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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