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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational experiments. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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