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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education