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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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