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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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