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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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