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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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