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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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