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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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