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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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