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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners 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 assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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