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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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