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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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