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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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