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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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