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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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