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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Central African Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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