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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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