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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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