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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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