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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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