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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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