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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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