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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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