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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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