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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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