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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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