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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education