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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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