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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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