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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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