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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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