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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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