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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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