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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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