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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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