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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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