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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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