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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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