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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better understand these interesting new open education experiments. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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