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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning have empowered students all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education