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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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