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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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