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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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