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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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