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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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