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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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