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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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