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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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