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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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