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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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