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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in digital education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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