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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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