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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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