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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are enabling humans all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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