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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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