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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources