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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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