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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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