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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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