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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews 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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