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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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