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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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