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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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