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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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