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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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