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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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