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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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