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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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