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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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