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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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