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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in digital education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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