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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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