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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning enable learners all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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