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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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