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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational experiments. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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