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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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