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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education