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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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