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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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