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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major 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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