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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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