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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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