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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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