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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to understand these new open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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