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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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