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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open educational undertakings. People want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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