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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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