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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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