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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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