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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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