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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources