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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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