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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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