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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand these open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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