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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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