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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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