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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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