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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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