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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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