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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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