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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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