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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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