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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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