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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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