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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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