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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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