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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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