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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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