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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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