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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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