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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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