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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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