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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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