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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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