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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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