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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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