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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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