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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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