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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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