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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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