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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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