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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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