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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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