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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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