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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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