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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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