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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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