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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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