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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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