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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand these significant new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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