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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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