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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate 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 technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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