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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources