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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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