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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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