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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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