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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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