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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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