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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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