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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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