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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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