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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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