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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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