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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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