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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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