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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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