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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources