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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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