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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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