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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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