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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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