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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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