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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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