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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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