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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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