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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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