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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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