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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these promising new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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