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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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