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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education experiments. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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