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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education experiments. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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