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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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