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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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