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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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