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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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