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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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