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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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