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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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