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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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