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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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