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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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