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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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