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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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