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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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