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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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