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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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