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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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