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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology enable humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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