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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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