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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning are enabling learners all over the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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