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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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