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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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