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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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