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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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