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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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