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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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