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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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