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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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