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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in electronic educational technology enable learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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