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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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