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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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