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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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