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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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