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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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