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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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