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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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