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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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