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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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