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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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