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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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