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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the 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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