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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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