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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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