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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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