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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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