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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses 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 free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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