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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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