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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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