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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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