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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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